2000 Chrysler LHS vs. 2002 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2002 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler LHS (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 56 kg more than 2000 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2002 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler LHS | 2002 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | LHS | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 73 L |
